In a tight bidding war involving two participants over the phone, Leonora Carrington's work of art was sold for $9,856,000 MXN. Not only did this fantastic oil painting double the asking price, but it also exceeded the original estimate at which it was valued, between $4,200,000 MXN and $6,000,000 M...
Heat Wave Perez Prado And Other Latin American Favorites Spinorama Records M-78 I'm not sure what the deal is with this album. From the back cover: "...as a fitting companion to Perez Prado's exciting orchestra is the Latin Group of Eddie Maynard." It is hard to tell if "Maynard" was playing under Prado's direction, or as a part of Prado's group or if Spinorama included tracks from two sources on the LP (seems more likely as I listen). The back cover also seems to be repurposed from another jacket as the title treatment and art can also be found on the back of a "Celebrity Records" release. Also the album title seems to be referred to in the back cover copy as "Dance Party". All that said, the overall vibe is mild space age and enjoyable. Flamingo Cha Cha Cha Cha No. 5 Blue Tango Miami Beach Mambo La Paloma Heat Wave Umpaquita Cha Cha Cha Cha No. 8 When Johnny Comes Marching Home Carribean Mambo Anvil Chorus La Clave
Whether you’re new to Spanish or already have some knowledge of the language, this Latin American Spanish phrase guide will allow you to communicate with about 350 million people.
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Las castas” – Painting containing complete set of 16 casta combinations. An 18th century socio-racial classification system used in the Spanish American colonies. The European conques…
Plan a trip off the beaten path to these lesser-known sites of Latin American architecture.
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For her entire life, the Name-Bearer’s sole purpose has been to receive and deliver the names of the future monarchy from the Flowers of Prophecy. But when the child is finally born and the Name-Bearer is sent to the Flowers, they refuse to name him. Instead they deliver a prophecy; another child was born who is more worthy of the Naming, and if they are found and brought before them it will usher in a reign of peace. Having failed in her duties the Name-Bearer is considered a traitor to the crown, and must hide among an elite sect of warrior women where she experiences friendship, found family, and love. Her training as a warrior helps prepare her to embark on her quest to find the Unnamed Prince, clear her name, and bring peace to her realm. A story of magia, warrior women, found family and love - and not accepting who you are told to be, but embracing who you are destined to become. Author Bio Natalia Hernandez is an Indigenous, Latinx, and queer book nerd who was lucky enough to have grown up all over the world. As a Third Culture Kid she has lived in Turkey, Romania, Poland, Guatemala, England, and now resides in Los Angeles with her cheagle Mija. As an avid reader and passionate writer, she wants to create queer fantasy novels that feature strong women of color in sweeping Latin American-inspired settings. She can be found on TikTok (@NataliaHernandezAuthor) and on Instagram (@NataliaHernandezAuthor).
Covering two hundred years of European and American fabric design from the late 18th to the late 20th century, this is the encyclopedia of textile designs.
Best Hispanic folktales for kids from Latin America Americas, funny trickster tales, pourquoi stories and more.
This chart from The Truth About Street look at the street food eating habits of people throughout Latin America
Express yourself in Latin American Spanish by learning a series of hand gestures, from 'Watch it!' to 'It's delicious'
This week, as part of the museum’s 50th anniversary, we unveiled our new casta painting by Miguel Cabrera, one of the most acclaimed painters of 18th-century New Spain (Mexico). Between 1750 and his death in 1768, Cabrera painted hundreds of canvases. He was the favorite painter of the Society of Jesus and also received commissions from virtually every other religious order as well as numerous members of the elite.
If you look at a thing 999 times, you are perfectly safe; if you look at it for the 1000th time, you are in danger of seeing it for the first time. --
Image 13 of 24 from gallery of Hidden Gems of Latin American Architecture. Jardín Surrealista / Edward James. Image © Victor Delaqua
Your product may be slightly different from the featured thumbnail. Authentic Latin American fine art by Guatemalan artist Ottoniel Chavajay (bio below). This is an original oil painting on unstretched (unframed) canvas that came to us directly from Guatemala, San Pedro. Height - 15 inches, width - 12 inches. This bright image of a lady holding flowers in her hands will be a great reminder of your native lands, a decoration of your home, a gift for a loved one, or just for a connoisseur of Latin American fine art. A high-quality canvas and the incomparable smell of real oil paints will once again remind you that this is a real, hand-painted painting and not a print. He calls it Chajul. Ottoniel Chavajay was born in San Pedro in 1976. He has seven brothers and sisters. His father was kidnapped in 1980 when Ottoniel was 4 years old - a victim of the civil war which was devastating to almost every Mayan community on Lake Atitlan. Ottoniel said that art has helped him a great deal with this great loss which he and his family suffered. Ottoniel began drawing in elementary school with pencils and crayons and started creating cartoons and portraits. He was acknowledged and appreciated by his teachers which helped inspire him to continue. Later, he began doing pencil drawings and chiaroscuro and then began doing oil paintings on canvas. Ottoniel enjoys painting a number of styles, but his favorite is Vista de Pajaro or Birds eye view. He said that he loves to paint and is content when he is painting. Ottoniel has his studio and gallery attached to his home. Ottoniel has received widespread recognition for his painting both nationally and abroad. He was invited to attend an event at the National Museum of the American Indian in Washington DC to present his work and his culture. He has also gained widespread recognition in Antigua and Guatemala City galleries where he is a featured artist. Ottoniel's subject matter includes portraits, landscapes, traditional ceremonies, market scenes and harvesting of coffee, corn and other foods. In spite of being a well recognized artist, he still struggles to make ends meet, and an increase in the sale of his paintings motivates him to continue painting. Ottoniel is also a teacher in a secondary school where he instructs art to students who are seriously interested in pursuing art as a career. Ottoniel believes that art has the potential to preserve, inform and foster an appreciation of Mayan culture and traditions to tourists and people in other countries and can help to preserve his culture. He is also particularly concerned about loss of language and traditions in his own community and feels that art can play an important role in informing and motivating youth to appreciate and take pride in their own culture and to keep it alive. A personal friend of Otto's, he has entrusted me with his works in the hopes of expanding his business horizons, preserving his culture, and sharing it with the world. A truly incredible artist and friend.
Spanish literature is very rich in language. The descriptions, rhyme, and key phrases are gripping to anyone who sits down to read a novel in Spanish. In this post you will find 7 famous Latin Ame…
Best Hispanic folktales for kids from Latin America Americas, funny trickster tales, pourquoi stories and more.
Colombian Fruit Salad is made with chopped fruit mixed with a deliciously sweet cream-based sauce and topped with shredded cheese! Yes, cheese is what makes this fruit salad special! Better than ice cream, Colombian Fruit Salad is the perfect dessert for hot summer days!
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This chart from The Truth About Street look at the street food eating habits of people throughout Latin America
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Latin American Books began to receive international acclaim in the 1960s and 70s during a literary movement known as the Latin American Boom. We've selected 12 of them for your enjoyment, some amazing authors and famous works.
When I first saw Sounds and Colours ask for a list of the top books in Latin American history, I assumed such a list would come easily to me. Ideas for books
Ultimate 2 week Colombia itinerary covering Bogota, Medellin and Cartagena alongside some lesser known gems!
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